As the lightest weight, most packable jacket in the line, the Burton [ak] GORE-TEX® 3L Freebird Jacket combines ultimate performance with a burly design that takes up little space in your backcountry pack. Newly upgraded GORE-TEX® Active Stretch 30D fabric makes the Freebird Jacket even lighter and more packable. Gore’s highest available breathability rating also means the jacket repels heat-robbing sweat vapors faster than any other fabric for total comfort on both the climb up and the ride down. Strategically placed stretch paneling mirrors your every move. Utility chest pockets fit splitboard skins to keep them warm and sticky for that last lap.

Waterproofing: GORE‑TEX® [3‑Layer]

GORE-TEX® fabric is incredibly durable, waterproof, breathable, and totally windproof. A single square inch of this fabric contains 9 billion microscopic pores—each 20,000 times smaller than a raindrop, but 700 times larger than a molecule of water vapor. Water can’t pass through the fabric, yet perspiration escapes with ease. You’ll find this next level molecular construction on all GORE-TEX® fabrics.

BURTON-EXCLUSIVE GORE-TEX® FABRICS:

Pushing industry-leading waterproofing to new heights, we worked with GORE-TEX® to develop 100% Burton-exclusive colorways and prints for select 2018 outerwear. It takes a ton of testing, but we think you’ll agree that the elevated style of these Burton-exclusives is well worth it.

WHAT MAKES GORE-TEX® FABRIC SO DOPE?

GORE-TEX® fabric is incredibly durable, waterproof, breathable, and totally windproof. A single square inch of this fabric contains 9 billion microscopic pores each 20,000 times smaller than a raindrop, but 700 times larger than a molecule of water vapor. Water can’t pass through the fabric, yet perspiration escapes with ease. You’ll find this next level molecular
construction on all GORE-TEX® fabrics.

Features:

FULLY TAPED SEAMS WITH GORE-SEAM®:

GORE’s unique seam sealant tape seals each and every seam to provide a completely waterproof and liquid resistant fabric. Featured on select men’s and women’s Burton jackets and pants.

No two heads are alike, but the new design of the StormForm Hood masters the many elements of protection and fit precision. The contoured shape fits perfectly over helmets and integrates seamlessly with goggles, while still allowing space for neck gaiters and clavas. Enhanced biomechanics move rotationally without creating frontside or backside blind spots

ERGO REMOVABLE WAIST GAITER with Jacket‑to‑Pant Interface:
Engineered for the movements of snowboarding, this ergonomic waist gaiter seals out snow and cold like never before, and is removable for customizing performance. The longer back creates an ergonomic fit, articulating with your body for an interface that stays locked in all day long.

The LIFETIME WARRANTY on this Burton jacket means it’s good to go, season after season. Our W48 Warranty Program ensures that should you have a problem, we'll have your claim repaired or replaced and on its way back to you within two business days of receiving it.

FIT

SLIM

The fusion of street style with just the right bit of motion to move while on-hill. Generally wears true to size for street fit, consider sizing up for a snowboard fit.

TRADITIONAL

The classic snowboard silhouette. Built with an equal respect for freedom of motion and modern styling. Generally wears true-to-size.

LOOSE

Loose fits offer the ultimate range of motion. Whether from an aesthetic or performance standpoint, these more generous silhouettes offer more room while still being ergonomically shaped.

WARMTH

INSULATED

A variety of different insulation types and weights work to keep you warm in various capacities. Especially useful for jackets doubling as street pieces on colder days. Lighter weights start at around 40g, whereas mid weights will be closer to 60g and up.

SHELL

The ultimate in layering and versatility. Shell jackets can be run alone on warmer days, or partnered up with a variety of mid-layers to provide just what the doctor ordered in any condition.

WATERPROOFING

GOOD (5,000mm - below 10,000mm)

Great for those situated in drier climates or spending a limited amount of days on-hill. Pieces in this category carry a waterproof rating between 5,000mm and 10,000mm.

BETTER (10,000mm - below 20,000mm)

Great for the recreational all-round rider that's looking to get it done in all conditions and climates. These pieces generally offer a 10,000-20,000mm waterproof rating that will get the job done day-in, day-out.

BEST (GORE-TEX 20,000mm+)

For those who demand the best. Pieces in this category are generally made of GORE-TEX, a laminate process that offers the best in waterproofing technology. When being dry is your #1, look no further. Price conscious customers should look for 2-layer pieces, whereas those looking for the ultimate in lightweight, performance waterproof technology should be on the lookout for 3-layer laminates.